1975 AC 428 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1975 AC 428 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | 428 | Defender |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |