1999 MCC Smart vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1080 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2950 mm |