1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Lamborghini Project P140
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (372 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140. (391 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Project P140 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 372 HP |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1286 kg |
