2007 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
