1954 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 450 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Aceca | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
