2002 MCC Smart vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 714 kg more than 2002 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | 928 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
