2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 1974 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Mazda | AC |
| Model | B2500 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
