1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 500 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |