2009 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 21 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
