1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 763 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Corvette | Smart |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
