1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
