1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1971 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 1971 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 40 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | GT 40 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 80 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 22 L |