2004 BMW 630 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 34 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, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1970 AC 428 | |
Make | BMW | AC |
Model | 630 | 428 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |