1972 AC 428 vs. 1972 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, both 1972 AC 428 and 1972 Land Rover Serie III were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1972 Land Rover Serie III.
Because 1972 Land Rover Serie III is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Land Rover Serie III will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1972 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 428 | Serie III |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
