2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 744 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Exige |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 618 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |