1973 AC 428 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 36 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, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
