2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
