2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SL | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |