1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
Model | Diablo | Corvette |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |