2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Maserati | MCC |
| Model | V8 GranSport | Smart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 22 L |
