1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1952 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | 2-Litre | Diablo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 582 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |