2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |