1973 AC 428 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 38 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, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3000 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 | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
