1975 AC 428 vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 24 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 150 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 1999 BMW 320 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
