1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 110 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | SC | SX4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |