2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
