1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 191 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 42 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 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 BMW 120 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |