1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
Model | Urraco | Corvette |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |