1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
