2004 MCC Smart vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |