1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 205 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
