2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (403 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
