1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
