2000 Audi S8 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| 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 | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
