1971 AC 428 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | 428 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
