2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 539 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |