1963 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 5 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra 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 400 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | SC |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |