1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | Mark IV | Roadster |
Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |