1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 250 GT | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 92 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 33 L |