1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | W 111 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |