2000 Audi S8 vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
