1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | 208 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
