1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 30 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 231 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SC | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
