1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |