1967 AC 428 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang 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 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
