1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 26 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 362 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CLS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |