1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 275 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 33 L |
