2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |
