1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | SC | 311 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |