1974 AC 428 vs. 1984 Tatra T613
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 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 131 more horse power than 1984 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1984 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 260 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1984 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | 428 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
