1967 AC 428 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 957 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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | 428 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
