1970 AC 428 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 28 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | 428 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
