2011 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Land Rover | AC |
| Model | Range Rover | 428 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4367 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2450 mm |
