2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 255 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
