1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
