1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 35 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 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 60 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | SC |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |