2005 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
