1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 213 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
