2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 210 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
