1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (630 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 567 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
