2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |