1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 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 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
