1974 AC 428 vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 180 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1974 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1974 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2000 BMW 318 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
