2012 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SL | Corvette |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |