1998 BMW 328 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
