1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Lamborghini Project P140
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (372 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 114 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140. (391 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Project P140 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 372 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1286 kg |
