1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |