1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | GLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
