1973 AC 428 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 39 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 182 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
