1999 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 656 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
