2003 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | 912 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |