1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Corvette Diablo
Year Released 1968 1999
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5354 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 523 HP
Torque 488 Nm 580 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 334 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2660 mm