2001 Renault Talisman vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 2001 Renault Talisman is newer by 28 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) has 224 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
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) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Talisman | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Renault | AC |
| Model | Talisman | 428 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
