1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 196 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
