1957 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 41 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew.
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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SC | Crew |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |