1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 330 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 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |