2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
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 C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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 (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 120 L |
