1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 10 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 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 640 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
