1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 (325 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
