1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SC | 356 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |