2002 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diablo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1750 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
