1967 AC 428 vs. 1955 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M 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 308 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford 12 M.
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. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1955 Ford 12 M 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 | 1955 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
