2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2000 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 325 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |