1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 38 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1970 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | SC | Galant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |