1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 521 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Xterra. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
