1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 130 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
