1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AC | Maybach |
| Model | 428 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 110 L |
