1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ferrari | MCC |
Model | 308 | Smart |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |