1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 7 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 733 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | SC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
