1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Cordoba, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SC | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
