1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 516 kg more than 1958 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |