2006 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
