1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 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 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tipo 61 | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
