1967 AC 428 vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 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 106 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 428 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 77 L |
