1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |