1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |