1973 AC 428 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 14 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
