1999 MCC Smart vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 895 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | 380 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
