1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 247 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 190 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |