2005 McLaren F1 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 McLaren F1 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | McLaren | Smart |
Model | F1 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1820 mm |