2007 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
