1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1353 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |