1975 AC 428 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 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 90 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 428 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
