1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 732 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | 330 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 22 L |
