1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 953 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
