1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 47 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 252 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
