1973 AC 428 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 707 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 428 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
