1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
