2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 427 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |