1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvair | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |