1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
