1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 242 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | E |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |