1999 AC Ace vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 AC Ace. (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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 Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | Ace | Miura |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |