1972 AC 428 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 621 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AC 428 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | 428 | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |