1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 204 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 320 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |