1967 AC 428 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 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 292 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
