2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2830 mm |
