1971 AC 428 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
