2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 217 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | 350 GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |