1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SC | RunX |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |