1972 BMW 3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 13 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 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 56 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | SC |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |