1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 52 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 463 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CLK |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |