1999 MCC Smart vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | 230 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3060 mm |
