1974 AC 428 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 35 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 83 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
