2001 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1004 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 820 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| 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 | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
