1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1010 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | 400 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
