1999 MCC Smart vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 9 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 565 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 440 R has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
