1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | 993 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1820 mm |
