2007 Lexus LS vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 32 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, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Lexus | AC |
| Model | LS | 428 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
