1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 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 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (627 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
