1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1885 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 600 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| 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 | 247 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2370 mm |
