1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 38 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 126 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SC | Prowler |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |