1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 512 TR | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1870 mm |