1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | S4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 255 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |