2008 BMW 760 vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 760 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
