1975 AC 428 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
