1956 Maserati 300 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 49 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1956 Maserati 300 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Maserati | Smart |
| Model | 300 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1820 mm |
