1967 AC 428 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 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 107 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 308 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 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
