2003 MCC Smart vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 45 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
