1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 45 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm 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 340 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
