1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 516 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
