1967 AC 428 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 29 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (502 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 428 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
