1972 AC 428 vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 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 71 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4. 2002 BMW Z4 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. 2002 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
