2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
