1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1172 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | 428 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
