1999 Audi R8 vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 AC 428. (639 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Audi | AC |
| Model | R8 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
