1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | E500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |