1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
