1962 Maserati 151 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Maserati 151 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Maserati | Smart |
| Model | 151 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3942 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1820 mm |
