1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | 60 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 1870 mm |
