1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ferrari | MCC |
| Model | F355 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
