1999 MCC Smart vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 737 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 300 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
