1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 16 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 AC 428. 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 1971 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ferrari | AC |
| Model | 412 GT | 428 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
