1967 AC 428 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 127 L |
