2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ferrari | AC |
| Model | 360 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
