1967 AC 428 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | 428 | 8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |