1998 BMW 330 vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 1973 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 330 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 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 | 1395 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
