1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 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 130 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 308 | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
