1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 23 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 242 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |