1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 900 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Espada | Elite |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 29 L |