2004 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
