1967 AC 428 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 30 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 143 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 57 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 428 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
