1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 312 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | 2-Litre | Diablo |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |