1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 616 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 (626 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | 428 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
