1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Toyota | AC |
| Model | Mark II | 428 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
