1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 10 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, 2004 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Tata E 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 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | SC | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
