1967 AC 428 vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC 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, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 332 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2010 Lexus SC | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | 428 | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |