1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 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) has 334 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Elise |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 523 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 180 Nm |
| 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 | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
