1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Diablo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |