1998 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord 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 90 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 187 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
