1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
