2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B2500 | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
