1988 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | V8 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
