1967 AC 428 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica 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 282 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 428 | Publica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |