1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 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 5 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 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 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SC | Z3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |