1967 AC 428 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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 63 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 740 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |