1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 242 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |