1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
