1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 300B |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |