1967 AC 428 vs. 1973 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 593 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1973 Buick Centurion | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | 428 | Centurion |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |