1967 AC 428 vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 34 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 74 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
