1971 AC 428 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 21 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 2 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1971 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1971 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
