1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 40 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | 428 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
