1995 Lamborghini P140 vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Elan. (164 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lamborghini P140 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lamborghini P140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini P140 | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | P140 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
