1975 AC 428 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | AC | Lotec |
| Model | 428 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
