1967 AC 428 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 23 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 107 kg more than 1967 AC 428. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Viper. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | 428 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
