1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 51 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | R |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |