1967 AC 428 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 267 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | 428 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |