1971 AC 428 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 24 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 93 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 290 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS 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. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | 428 | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
