1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1993 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo 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.
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1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Diablo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |