2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 47 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
