1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 636 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ace | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
