1971 AC 428 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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 86 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Mazda RX-8 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. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 428 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
