1972 AC 428 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 26 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 109 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 271 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Because 1972 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 1972 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1972 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1972 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
