1971 AC 428 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 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 160 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
