2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
