1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Smart |
| Model | Flying Star | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |
