Chevrolet Corvette C5 Comm. Edition Targa vs Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG
| Category | Corvette C5 Comm. | SL 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.7 l V8 | 5.4 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 355 / 350 | 476 / 469 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 509 / 375 | 700 / 516 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1452 / 3201 | 1915 / 4222 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 244 / 241 | 249 / 245 |
Lap Times
| Track | Corvette C5 Comm. | SL 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:15.90 | 1:18.40 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:18.00 | 8:12.00 |
Performance
| Category | Corvette C5 Comm. | SL 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.2 s | 4.3 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 17.9 s | 13.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 12.7 s | 9.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.4 s @ 91.3 mph | 8.6 s @ 98.8 mph |
| Top speed | 274 kph (170 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.60 g (6 m/s²) | 0.71 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Corvette C5 Comm. | SL 55 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 196 | 191 |
| Straight line speed | 378 | 576 |
| Total | 575 | 767 |
Verdict
SL 55 AMG is the fastest by considerable margin.
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