2009 BMW 750 vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1972 AC 428 | |
| Make | BMW | AC |
| Model | 750 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1950 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
