1974 AC 428 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 122 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 428 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
