1967 AC 428 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 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 247 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
