1959 BMW 700 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2193 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
