1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 30 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
