2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 103 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | 350 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |