1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1123 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |