1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 16 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 25 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
