2000 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 368 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
