1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |