1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 11 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 90 | SC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
