2004 MCC Smart vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |