1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
