1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
