2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 6160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
