1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 8 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 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 434 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaco | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |