1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |