1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (549 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2914 mm |
