1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1982 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |
