1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC

To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Camaro 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro SC
Year Released 1993 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 2195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2830 mm


 

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