1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 88 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 (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 420 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |