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Chevy Corvette E-Ray vs Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

The Chevy Corvette E-Ray and the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance are seriously quick machines — and they only add credence to the idea that hybrid sports cars are here to stay. That said, they approach hybrid performance in two very distinct ways. The Chevy Corvette E-Ray keeps the Stingray's 500-horsepower naturally aspirated V8 but adds a small battery pack and an electric motor at the front axle for better traction off the line. As a result, total system output jumps to 655 horsepower combined.

The Mercedes takes the regular AMG GT's twin-turbo V8 and adds a plug-in hybrid system that boosts output to 805 hp and over 1,000 lb-ft of torque. But the added hybrid system means it weighs over 800 pounds more than the Chevy. Is there enough grunt to overcome the added weight? Watch the race below to find out!

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is superior in power and torque, but the Corvette E-Ray offers impressive agility and a much more accessible price, making it a high-performance alternative with excellent value for money.

Power and Torque: The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance has a clear advantage in terms of power and, especially, total torque, thanks to its advanced Formula 1-derived plug-in hybrid system.

Weight: The Corvette E-Ray is considerably lighter, which contributes to its agility and overall performance, even though it has less total power than the AMG.

Purpose and Price: The Corvette E-Ray is a pure sports car, focused on track and road performance, with a much more competitive price. The Mercedes-AMG is a luxury coupe (or 4-door sedan, depending on the version), which offers a more refined interior, advanced technology, and the versatility of a plug-in hybrid for everyday use, but at a much higher cost.

Performance on the track: In drag races (0-100m, quarter mile), the superior torque of the Mercedes-AMG generally puts it slightly ahead, although the E-Ray is extremely fast and competitive.

In short, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is a luxury car with extreme power, while the Corvette E-Ray is a more accessible and agile performance machine, challenging more expensive supercars.