1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 525 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3122 mm |