1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 14 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo 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 426 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
