1967 AC 428 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 967 kg more than 1967 AC 428. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | 428 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
