2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Islero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
