1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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.
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1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 1960 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Seven |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 Length | 4470 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |