2009 Audi S5 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
