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 332 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (500 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 | 5360 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
