1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 679 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3378 mm |
