1971 AC 428 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 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 205 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
