1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 221 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 428 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |