1973 AC 428 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 31 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | 428 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
