1974 AC 428 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 28 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1974 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1974 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 428 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
