1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 17 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. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z 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 210 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z 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 | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Datsun |
| Model | SC | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2304 mm |
