1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
