1997 BMW 850 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 27 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, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 850 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
