1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | W 110 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |