1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
Model | Diablo | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 319 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 | 1452 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |