1967 AC 428 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 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 264 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | 428 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |