1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
