1973 AC 428 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 25 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 108 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 315 kg more 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2940 mm |
