1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 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 197 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 428 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
