1971 AC 428 vs. 1968 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
1971 AC 428 | 1968 Lamborghini 400 | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | 428 | 400 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |