1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
