1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 105 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SC | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |