1990 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 32 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, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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 275 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
