1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 54 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 265 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | SC | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |