1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 144 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
