1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 911 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
