2000 Audi A8 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
