2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 638 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Express | V8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2432 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
