2009 BMW 135 vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 135 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
