1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 29 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 198 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SC | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
