1971 AC 428 vs. 1975 BMW Coupe
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. 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 128 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1975 BMW Coupe | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
