1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 50 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT 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 25 kg more than 2008 Opel GT.
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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT 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 | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SC | GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
