1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
