1967 AC 428 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 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 148 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2004 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | 428 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
