1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
