1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 277 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | 428 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |