1999 Lincoln Blackwood vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 41 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackwood | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2830 mm |
