1957 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 855 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (475 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
