2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
