1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 157 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 950 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 428 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |