1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 50 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 183 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Routan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
