1973 AC 428 vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 32 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, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 480 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 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2005 BMW 748 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 748 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 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 | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
