1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 1163 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.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS 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 | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | MCC | Lincoln |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | MKS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |
