2000 Ford Artic vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 25 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 170 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | Artic | 428 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |
