1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 BMW 745
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 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, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 745. (326 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 632 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2007 BMW 745 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 745 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 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 Weight | 1483 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |