1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. Both 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC and 1969 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 2,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
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, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
