1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 63 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 300S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
