The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Automatic (08 - 13) vs. Mercedes SL 300 7G-TRONIC (09 - 11)
€ 78,600
€ 82,600
€ 78,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 82,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is 5.2 inches shorter, 0.9 inches wider and 2.9 inches lower than the Mercedes SL 300.
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
49
72.6
82.7
51.9
71.7
81.7
72.6 in
Width
71.7 in
82.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.7 in
49 in
Height
51.9 in
105.7
174.6
100.8
179.8
174.6 in
Length
179.8 in
105.7 in
Wheelbase
100.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
3413 lb
Curb Weight
4001 lb
3920 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4652 lb
Weight Difference:
589 lb
14.72 %
General
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
C6
Generation
R230
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
GM 6.2L Gen IV V8 Small Block
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 272
LS3
Engine Code
M 272.949
2
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
6
6.2 L / 303 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
430 hp
at 5900 rpm
Power
228 hp
at 6000 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
430 hp
228 hp
Mercedes SL 300
424 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
221 lb‑ft
at 2500 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
424 lb‑ft
221 lb‑ft
Mercedes SL 300
Performance
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
186 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
4.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
200 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
62 mph
62
mph
mph
354 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SL 300
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7.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
17.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
7.94 lb/hp
17.55 lb/hp
Mercedes SL 300
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
Fuel Economy
18 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
18 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes SL 300
12 mpg
city
17 mpg
26 mpg
highway
35 mpg
18 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gal
315 mi
Range
534 mi
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
315 mi
534 mi
Mercedes SL 300
Environmental Impact
253.8 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
253.8 kWh
176.2 kWh
Mercedes SL 300
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
510 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
349 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Mercedes SL 300
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
507 lb
Maximum Payload
650 lb
7.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
