1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 930 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1870 mm |