1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 11 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | TT |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |