2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3910 mm |
