1973 AC 428 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 955 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
