1974 AC 428 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 24 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) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 214 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | 428 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
