2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 837 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |
