2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (633 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 633 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
