2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |