2003 MCC Smart vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 3027 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | MCC | Lincoln |
| Model | Smart | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
