The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8 Automatic (17 - 18) vs. Mercedes SL 400 7G-TRONIC PLUS (14 - 16)
€ 103,700
€ 97,800
€ 103,700
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 97,800
ⓘ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 Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8 is 4.1 inches shorter, 3.5 inches wider and 2.8 inches lower than the Mercedes SL 400.
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
48.9
77.4
85.2
51.8
73.9
82.6
77.4 in
Width
73.9 in
85.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
82.6 in
48.9 in
Height
51.8 in
106.7
177.7
101.8
181.8
177.7 in
Length
181.8 in
106.7 in
Wheelbase
101.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
3574 lb
Curb Weight
3814 lb
4409 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4652 lb
Weight Difference:
240 lb
6.29 %
General
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
C7
Generation
R231
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
8-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine with two turbochargers (biturbo)
GM 6.2L Gen V V8 Small Block
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 276
LT1
Engine Code
M 276.825
2
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
6
6.2 L / 303 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
460 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
328 hp
at 5250 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
460 hp
328 hp
Mercedes SL 400
465 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
354 lb‑ft
at 1600 rpm
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
465 lb‑ft
354 lb‑ft
Mercedes SL 400
Performance
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
177 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
4.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
5.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
187 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
62 mph
62
mph
mph
236 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SL 400
▶ REPLAY
7.77 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
11.63 lb/hp
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
7.77 lb/hp
11.63 lb/hp
Mercedes SL 400
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
19 mpg
32 mpg
Mercedes SL 400
12 mpg
city
24 mpg
29 mpg
highway
40 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gal
354 mi
Range
553 mi
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
354 mi
553 mi
Mercedes SL 400
Environmental Impact
233 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).
138.2 kWh
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
233 kWh
138.2 kWh
Mercedes SL 400
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
454 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
295 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible 6.2 V8
Mercedes SL 400
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
836 lb
Maximum Payload
838 lb
6.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.3 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
