1972 AC 428 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 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, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
