1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1575 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Bentley | MCC |
| Model | Turbo | Smart |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
