1959 AC Ace vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 636 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | Ace | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
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 | 125 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |