1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 428 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |