1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 600 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |