1971 AC 428 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 30 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 109 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
Because 1971 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Will |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
