1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (530 HP) has 414 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (603 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Elise |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
