1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 285 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Smart |
| Model | 428 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 33 L |
