2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
