1957 BMW 600 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
