1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2000 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 911 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |