1975 AC 428 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 34 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | 428 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
