1999 MCC Smart vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | 350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2830 mm |
