1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
