1974 AC 428 vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 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 117 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1984 BMW 628 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
