1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 600 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
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 | 248 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |