1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 450 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |