2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,190 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
