2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | SC |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |