2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 280 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |