1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
