1975 AC 428 vs. 1964 Austin A 40
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 1964 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | 428 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
