1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 428 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
