1974 AC 428 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 34 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 179 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | 428 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
