2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |