1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | 428 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
