1970 AC 428 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | 428 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
