1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 462 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
