1967 AC 428 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 11 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 192 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 302 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | 428 | Electra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |