1967 AC 428 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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 (626 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. (258 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
