1972 AC 428 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 16 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
