1996 BMW 740 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1996 BMW 740 is newer by 26 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 16 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 1970 AC 428 | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 740 | 428 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |