2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2004 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diablo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
