2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
