2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
