1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |