2008 BMW 328 vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 35 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1973 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 328 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
