1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (922 Nm) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 911 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1867 mm |
