1967 AC 428 vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
