1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | ML |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
