1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 184 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 428 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
