2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | S6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
