1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 594 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CL |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2955 mm |