1967 AC 428 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 143 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 341 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | 428 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |