1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 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 500 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 320 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |