1967 AC 428 vs. 1999 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 32 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 123 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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 (626 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra 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 | 1999 AC Cobra | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | 428 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
