1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (330 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 365 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | S |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |