1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 821 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvair has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvair | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
