1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 225 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 22 kg more 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 428 | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |