1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |