1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 54 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SC | Insight |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
