1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 457 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.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
