1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MK VIII | Smart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
