2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 492 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
