1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 180 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 57 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
