1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 284 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Corvette CLK
Year Released 1957 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4638 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 230 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 84 mm
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1376 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 62 L


 

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