1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 Alpina B5
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1967 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2008 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | 428 | B5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 300 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 Weight | 1483 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
