1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari F430. (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari F430. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari F430 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 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 428 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 315 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 108 L |
