2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 159 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
