2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. (773 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
