1967 AC 428 vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 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 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 7 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | 428 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
