1997 BMW 318 vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318. 1975 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 318 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
