1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | TT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |