1974 AC 428 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1974 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1974 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 428 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
