1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 22 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century.
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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century 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 | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | SC | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
