1957 BMW 502 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, both 1957 BMW 502 and 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 502 | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
