1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 155 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | 428 | 300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |