1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 905 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | GL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
