2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |