1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SL |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |