1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 44 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SC | Avensis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |