1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
