1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 251 kg more than 1967 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | 428 | 575M Maranello |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 105 L |