2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 49 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
