2009 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | M3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 20.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |