1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Exige |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
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 | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |