1967 AC 428 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 19 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 231 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | 428 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 77.5 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |