1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |