1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1435 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 500 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
