1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 301 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | 428 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
