1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
