1995 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1995 Audi A8 and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |