1974 AC 428 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1974 AC 428 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | AC | Steyr |
| Model | 428 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1950 mm |
