1975 AC 428 vs. 2000 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 25 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 193 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2000 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
