2007 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 226 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5733 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
