2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 153 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 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |