1967 AC 428 vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 21 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 180 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 53 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | 428 | Reatta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |
