1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 421 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvair | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
