1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 209 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
