2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 313 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
