1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | R8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2649 mm |
