1972 AC 428 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1972 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 AC 428. 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
