1971 AC 428 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 12 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 68 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 76 kg more 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
