1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 46 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada 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 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
