1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 137 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina B3 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 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | 428 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
