1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 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 (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |