2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1951 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1951 Singer SM 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Singer SM 1500. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1951 Singer SM 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Singer |
| Model | C | SM 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
