1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diablo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| 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 | 485 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
