1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 37 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | SC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
