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Corvette Grand Sport vs AMG SL 55

Chevrolet · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
AMG SL 55
Beats the Corvette Grand Sport by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG SL 55 beats the Corvette Grand Sport by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG SL 55 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
460 hp
469 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
3.9s
Top speed
290 km/h
295 km/h
Engine
6.2L V8 Gasoline
V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
630 Nm
700 Nm
Price
$65,900
$140,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Corvette Grand Sport
AMG SL 55
100 m
5.237s
5.239s
1/8 mile
7.728s
7.724s
1/4 mile
11.588s
11.567s
1 km
20.654s
20.562s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Corvette Grand Sport is $65,900 vs $140,000 for the AMG SL 55 — a $74,100 gap. Top speed: AMG SL 55 runs to 295 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Corvette Grand Sport.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Corvette Grand Sport or the AMG SL 55?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG SL 55 is faster, beating the Corvette Grand Sport by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Corvette Grand Sport vs the AMG SL 55?

The Corvette Grand Sport hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the AMG SL 55 does it in 3.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Corvette Grand Sport produces 460 hp; the AMG SL 55 produces 469 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Corvette Grand Sport tops out at 290 km/h, and the AMG SL 55 reaches 295 km/h.

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