1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 12 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 24 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | SC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
