1973 AC 428 vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 22 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 295 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) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
