1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 286 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 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SC | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
