2005 MCC Smart vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Smart | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |