1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 15 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nova | SC |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |