2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 892 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
