1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1952 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 600 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 1820 mm |