1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1974 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | AC |
| Model | Silver Spur | 428 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
