1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 1972 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 AC 428 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | AC |
Model | 75 | 428 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |