1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (361 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (500 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
