1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 560 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |