2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 42 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 330 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
