2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 47 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo 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 55 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enzo | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
