1967 AC 428 vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 10 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 225 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 378 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1977 AMC Matador | |
Make | AC | AMC |
Model | 428 | Matador |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1861 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 92 L |