1974 AC 428 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 428 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
