1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | 428 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |