1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 80 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2600 | SC |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |