1973 AC 428 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | 428 | Etna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
