1975 AC 428 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 27 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 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 Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
