1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 237 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 428 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
