1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 428 | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 457 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |