1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 595 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (690 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 1974 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1974 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2013 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Lotus | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eclat | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 690 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
