1999 MCC Smart vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 765 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | 965 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
