2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Diablo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
