2005 GMC Savana vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 46 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
