1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1962 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
