1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 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, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2008 BMW 135 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 135 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |