1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 235 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |