1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |