1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2007 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 965 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |