1967 AC 428 vs. 1993 BMW 5.8
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 5.8 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 5.8 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 | 1993 BMW 5.8 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 5.8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 786 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
