1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 13 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 755 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.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SC | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
