1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SC | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |