1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 911 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 537 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |