2008 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 116 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |