1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 255 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 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 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SC | 545 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |