2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Diablo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 523 HP |
Torque | 596 Nm | 580 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |