1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 180 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (627 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | 428 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
