2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 69 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 825 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |