1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |
