2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
