1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 300D |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |