1972 AC 428 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 24 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 16 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 306 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
