2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |
