1973 AC 428 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
