1967 AC 428 vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 587 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | 428 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
