1975 AC 428 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 38 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, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 9 kg more 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2013 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 1975 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1975 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | 428 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2575 mm |
