1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
