1983 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Lotus | Lamborghini |
| Model | Excel | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
