1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 36 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 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 295 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
