1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 385 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |