1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 20 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 70 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 230 | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
