1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |