1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MCC |
| Model | Biscayne | Smart |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2370 mm |
