1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 56 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SC | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |