2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4612 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2585 mm |