1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 19 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 2,292 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-2 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 490 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | SC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
