2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
