1991 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
