2001 MCC Smart vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2520 mm |
