1973 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 911 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1870 mm |
