1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 829 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | Maranello | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 22 L |