1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 968 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
| 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 Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |
