1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |