1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | 2-Litre | Diablo |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5706 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 | 136 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 | 1326 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |