1967 AC 428 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 287 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
