1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 829 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Espada | Elise |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
