1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1955 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 600 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 1820 mm |