2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,220 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 410 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3220 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
