1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 33 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 602 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3150 mm |