1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | F355 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
