2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 779 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |