2008 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 6 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accord | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |