1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
