1960 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1960 Porsche 356 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 356 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 33 L |
