1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 MCC 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1962 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Corvette | Smart |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1810 mm |
