1971 AC 428 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, both 1971 AC 428 and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 AC 428 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | 428 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 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 Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |