1967 AC 428 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 517 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.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
