1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 428 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
