1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 36 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 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SC | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |