1967 AC 428 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 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 304 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 428 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
