1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2955 mm |
