1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 222 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 428 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
