1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 54 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 89 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | Q5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2807 mm |