1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 507 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2745 mm |
