2001 MCC Smart vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1575 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | MCC | Bentley |
| Model | Smart | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2746 mm |
