1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster 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 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | SC | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
