2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Land Rover | AC |
| Model | Freelander | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3190 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
