1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
