1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |