2008 Smart Ultimate 112 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Smart | Rover |
| Model | Ultimate 112 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
