2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Corvette and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 571 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |