2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 46 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 20 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
