2004 MCC Smart vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Smart | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
