1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Chevelle | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
