1990 BMW 316 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 316 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
