1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3020 mm |
