1967 AC 428 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer 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 218 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mercury Tracer, 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | 428 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |