1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 767 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | 428 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |