1971 AC 428 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 31 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 560 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | 428 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
