1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2912 mm |