1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 220 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
