2008 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2007 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 745 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 33 L |