1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 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 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | MCC | Audi |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
