1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 289 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SC | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |