2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logan | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
