1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 649 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 338 km/hour | 211 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 Weight | 1530 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 32 L |