1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 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 | 380 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3122 mm |
