1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 600 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 1870 mm |