1967 AC 428 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 9 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 77 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1976 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 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 428 | 280 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |