1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |