2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 560 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |