1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 445 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. (366 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
