2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5705 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| 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 | 1750 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
