1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |