1967 AC 428 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 222 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 428 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |