1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1970 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Marcos | Smart |
| Model | 2 Litres | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |
