1999 Honda Z vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 40 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
