2004 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 236 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC Smart | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
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 | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |