1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 674 kg more than 2011 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Elise |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 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 Weight | 1600 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |