1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 31 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) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
