2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 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 |
