2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
