2005 Audi TT vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 45 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
