1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 911 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 537 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |