1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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 138 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | 428 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
