1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (633 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ace | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 633 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
