1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |