1999 MCC Smart vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 1035 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California 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.
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1999 MCC Smart | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | MCC | Ferrari |
Model | Smart | California |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |