2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3910 mm |