1973 AC 428 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 24 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | AC | Venturi |
| Model | 428 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
