2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2992 mm |